‘somewhere between calabria and corfu the blue really begin s…you are aware of a change in the heart of things: aware of the horizon begin ning to stain at the rim of the world: aware of islands coming out of the darkness to meet you’.
so begin s lawrence durrell’s 1945 ode to corfu, prospero’s cell. even today, visitors to the island often arrive by sea, approaching from italy in the west, of the greek mainland in the east.
emerging in the early morning sunshine, the pastel-hued houses above corfu town’s old port are a jumble of slim tiers with narrow passages running between them, made brilliant with washing hung out to dry from every balcony like festive bunting. the tall venetian mansions display ancient coats of coloured paint, blurred by successive winters and giving visitors to the town the feeling of stepping into a watercolour painting.
corfu has rightfully earner the title of the music capital of greece because of its hundreds of music associations and dozens of orchestras, bands, opera music events a tradition dating back to 400 years of venetian rule of the island.
the town is centred on a wide tree-lined esplanade called the spianada, whose french arcades echo the rue de rivoli. a drop of britishness is to be found on the noble sweep of this square, which is transformed into a cricket pitch throughout the summer – the world’s only working sports field within a unesco world heritage site.
meanwhile , the corfiot countryside boasts elegiac greenery, unrivalled across greece and contrasting remarkably with the solemn barrenness of the aegean. bathed in brilliant white sunlight throughout the summer months, the winter rains ensure a sublime frondescence across the island, with the inland valleys thickly carpeted with wildflowers, studded with gnarled olive trees and dense groves of stiffly swaying cypresses.
located in one of the most privileged of positions on the west coast of the island of corfu, aeson is a waterfront piece of heaven, located just steps away from an idyllic private beach with emerald, crystal clear waters.
a pristine villa where modern architecture meets the ultimate mediterranean lifestyle , the extraordinary beauty of the coastal landscape is truly breath-taking.
upon entering this immaculate modern property on the ground floor, one is struck by a sensation of space and an abundance of natural light afforded by the large windows and the ample interior spaces. the spacious living room opens out onto a large terrace overlooking the swimming pool and the stunning sea views can be enjoyed from each and every corner of the home.
the outdoors are designed to offer full relaxation whilst enjoying the piece and beauty of the surroundings and some of the most remarkable island sunsets.
surrounded by beautiful gardens filled with olive trees and colourful flowers, this 5 bedroom property boasts a 30 meter swimming pool and ample terracing, perfect for sunbathing and entertaining.
an excellent investment opportunity for those looking to create the ultimate sanctuary, this unique villa is not one to be overlooked.
the buyer of this property is eligible for the greek golden visa program.
